Comparison 2026

Ad Spend Guardian vs Hyros

Hyros is an enterprise ad tracking and attribution platform focused on high-spend advertisers.

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Ad Spend Guardian

Modern ad spend monitoring

$0/month to start
  • Free plan forever
  • Modern, clean interface
  • 5-minute setup
  • All major ad platforms
  • Dark mode support

Hyros

Traditional ad spend monitoring

$1000+/month (invite only)+/month to start
  • No free plan
  • Dated interface design
  • All major ad platforms
  • Order-level tracking
  • No dark mode

Feature Comparison

FeatureAd Spend GuardianHyros
Free tier available1 ad account
Budget threshold alertsComplex rules
Pacing alerts (50%/80%/100%)
Multi-platform supportFB, Google, TikTokAll platforms
Email notifications
Real-time monitoring
Attribution tracking
Call tracking
Starting price$0/month$1000+/month
Setup time5 minutesWeeks (onboarding)
Self-service

Why Switch to Ad Spend Guardian

$0 free tier vs $1000+ monthly minimum

Budget protection focus vs complex attribution

Instant setup vs lengthy onboarding process

Perfect for SMBs, not just enterprises

No invite required - sign up and start

Simple alerts instead of overwhelming analytics

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Ad Spend Guardian have a free plan?

Yes, the free plan includes 1 ad account with basic threshold alerts. No credit card required.

How do threshold alerts work?

Set a daily spend limit (minimum $10). When your ad spend crosses that threshold, you get an instant email alert.

What ad platforms are supported?

Facebook Ads, Google Ads, and TikTok Ads are all supported with hourly spend sync.

Is Hyros better for enterprise?

Hyros is built for high-budget advertisers needing advanced attribution. If you just need budget protection, Ad Spend Guardian delivers that at a fraction of the cost.

Can I use both tools together?

Yes, many advertisers use Hyros for attribution and Ad Spend Guardian for budget alerts. They serve different purposes.

Ready to Switch?

Try Ad Spend Guardian free and see why Shopify sellers are making the switch. No credit card required, setup takes 5 minutes.